Where local treasures meet local voices — the Cannock Chase Collections Podcast brings the stories of our landscape, our people, and our past to life.
Over recent months, our team and community partners have worked tirelessly to uncover, research, and record the remarkable histories held within our Collections. Each episode takes a carefully chosen object and pairs it with the people whose lives, work, or memories connect directly to it — creating a vibrant tapestry of shared heritage.
Trailer & Episodes:
You’ll soon be able to listen to:
- Heritage Hunters: Conversations with community groups who are keeping local heritage alive today.
- Through the Looking Glass – Part 1: Stories from the area’s once-thriving glassmaking industry.
- Through the Looking Glass – Part 2: Stories from the area’s once-thriving glassmaking industry.
- The Dinks: Powerful accounts of the New Zealand Rifle Brigade during their time on Cannock Chase.
- Portrait of a Poet: An intimate look into the work and life of beloved local poet, Nancy Foster.
- Coal, Community and Camaraderie: Reflections from former miners, sharing first-hand memories of life underground at Lea Hall Colliery.
- International Women’s Day Episode: Women Who Shaped Cannock Chase
This podcast is a celebration of the hard work, dedication, and pride that define the people of Cannock Chase.
Catch all the latest podcast episodes below!
All episodes will be available to listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast channels.